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Victoria University (VU)

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Master of Business (Supply Chain Management)

  • Masters (Coursework)

Aim for a leading role in the supply-chain and logistics industry, with the respected Master of Business (Supply Chain Management). You'll learn the latest supply-chain theory and gain experience in one of Australia's largest industries.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
BMSM, 083290J
Study Mode
In person
International Fees
$30,600 per year / $61,200 total

About this course

You'll learn the latest supply-chain theory and gain experience in one of Australia's largest industries.

Many of our lecturers are practising professionals, with up-to-date industry knowledge and connections.

You'll graduate adept at the full range of activities behind the supply chain, including:

  • global procurement
  • supply chain and logistics management
  • distribution strategies
  • operations management
  • enterprise resource planning (ERP).

Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced logistics professional, this course prepares you for a management career in the industry.

Study locations

City Flinders

Career pathways

This masters degree is focused on the top roles in the industry and could lead to a career as one of the following:

  • supply-chain manager
  • logistics professional
  • global procurement specialist
  • sourcing/distribution manager
  • enterprise resource planning developer
  • project leader
  • transport coordinator
  • warehouse supervisor
  • import/export manager
  • customs manager.
Salaries

Use Job Outlook to find average salaries for supply and distribution managers in Australia.

Employment opportunities

You could find work managing procurement and supply chains in private business or the public sector. Companies employing our graduates include:

  • Coca-Cola
  • Linfox
  • Toll
  • ANL
  • BASF
  • BP
  • John Deere.

Course structure

To graduate from the Master of Business (Supply Chain Management), students will be required to complete 192 credit points consisting of:

  • 48 credit points college core units
  • 108 credit points core units
  • 36 credit points research units (Option 1 or 2)

OPTION 1 - Coursework
12 credit points capstone unit; and,
24 credit points elective units. Students to select from any postgraduate units from across the University (subject to availability).

OPTION 2 - Thesis
12 credit points research proposal unit; and,24 credit points minor thesis unit.

Students may exit this course with the Graduate Diploma of Business (Supply Chain Management) if they meet graduation requirements of the course.

Credit for prior study or work

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.